1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 542 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ferrari GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | GTO | Legend |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
